I’m starting to forget what sleep feels like. So what is there to do at 4am? Write. Often when a conversation starts with someone about being sick, they ask “are you ok talking about this?” and my answer is always the same…absolutely. I’ve been questioned a great deal about why I talk about my illnesses…

I was diagnosed with lupus in September 2011. I’m coming up on six years. I thought I had this thing somewhat under control. You know…the ups and downs and chronic pain I’ve learned to deal with…I knew what to expect and what flares entailed. I knew that my life wasn’t where I wanted it but…